Messages from Island Christian Church in Northport

<> Scripture--John 10:1-22 <> Application ​(all Scripture is from John 10)

● Read verses 11-18. What do we learn about Jesus, and how does that contrast with others? What personal lessons can we take from this?

● Can you share a confirming testimony--in this case, a time when you wandered from the fold. How did you see Jesus the Good Shepherd act on your behalf during that time?

● In the past two weeks’ messages, there has been emphasis on listening. Looking at verses 3-5 and 27 & 28, is it more likely that we are listening and God is not speaking or that God is speaking and we are not listening? What have been the results as you have been more aware of God’s voice and your need to hear it? Has your time in the word of God or how you spend that time changed at all? Has your prayer time changed?

<>Scripture--John 10:22-30 <>Application--

● Which has been easier for you--Crying out to God or listening for His voice?

● How have the Scriptures proven themselves as the most reliable source of the voice of God in your life? Can you give an example?

● What is the key for you to “grow deeper ears”?

<>Scripture--Psalm 107 <>Application--

● Confirming testimonies: Was there a time when you called out to God when you were lost, or bound, or foolish, or overwhelmed and He delivered you? Let’s thank Him!

● Right now: Which of the “hope killers” are you most susceptible to? How has God been changing you in that area?

<> Scripture--Mark 13 <> Application--

● What is your reaction to this apocalyptic portion of Scripture?

● What do you believe is best--knowing or not knowing what is ahead?

● In your own life--how are you living with one foot raised? (On guard, awake, investing in Kingdom future)

● How is that happening more now that Jesus told you what to expect?

Message from Rev. Michael O'Connor on Mar 18, 2018

Message from Rev. Lee Hamblen on Mar 11, 2018

<> Scripture--Mark 10 <> Application--

● Parent or not a parent--am I giving children (my own and others) a priority in my life? How does my concern for the generations to come show up in my schedule?

● What did I learn from James and John and Bartimaeus?

● What is my answer: ​“What do you want me to do for you?”

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Scriptures— John 5:9, 16-17; 2 Corinthians 1:8-12; & Col 3:23-24

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Application—

Which of the 3 questions are most personal to you:

1) Does my work really matter to God?

2) Is there a bigger purpose for my work that I haven’t considered until now?

3) What about when work is hard?

How would you answer these 2 questions:

1) Do I work in faith (in fellowship with God)?

2) Do I work in love (in fellowship with others)?

What is my next step for this week at work?

<> Scripture Acts 9:1-9 <> Application • What stood out to you from Saul's Damascus Road experience with Jesus? • Whether things are good or you find yourself in a bad place, have you ever asked God, "Lord, what do you want me to do?" What has He shown you and have you followed through? • What are the obstacles to obedience in your life? What's holding you back? (Galatians 1:5) • What steps can you take this week to walk in obedience to God?

<> Scripture: 1 Corinthian 16:14 <> Application Questions — 


● How can you grow in God’s love from now until Easter? ● What does “revelation and response mean to you?

•How do I respond when others are unloving?

•Am I seeing the best in others and keeping short accounts of wrongs? How can I use my gifts to love others?

•What can I do to challenge myself in the area of love?